Strive Strength and Conditioning
Bastrop, Texas — community strength & conditioning gym known for the Veterans & Rookies partner competition.
Location (verify live): 303 Martin Luther King Dr., Bastrop, TX 78602
Phone (verify live): Call 512-850-6835 · Text 512-883-0600
Site: strivebastrop.com
Event note: Veterans & Rookies pairs experienced athletes with newer competitors — confirm dates, divisions, and registration live.
Spotlight themes
Veterans & Rookies
Mentor-style partner competition — verify each year’s packet.
Community gym
Family-first framing on the gym site — visit a class to judge fit.
RBST prize sponsor (spotlight)
Original post describes RBST belts/patches as prizes for that edition.
Verify live
Participation claims and schedules change — use the current event listing.
Hype cleanup
| Old marketing line | Better framing |
|---|---|
| “Heart-pounding / epic / invincible” fluff | Bastrop gym + Veterans & Rookies partner comp |
| “Record participation / data speaks” | No invented stats — check the live event page |
| “Badass patches / unstoppable” product hype | Durable training gear as optional prizes |
| Facebook tracking query strings in old links | Clean strivebastrop.com URL |
Visiting / competing at Strive
- Confirm address/hours on strivebastrop.com
- Call or text for drop-ins or foundations
- For Veterans & Rookies, register only via the official event listing that year
- Read partner division standards before race day
- Pack grips/wraps/belt for mixed gymnastics + barbell pieces
Gear for partner comps & class volume
Iron Claw
Silicone front · beginner/intermediate · $54.95
Shop Iron Claw
Iron X
Natural rubber · high-volume bar work · $59.95
Shop Iron X
Honey Badger
Carbon hand grips · value pick · $42.95
Shop Honey Badger
Badger Hug — Black
Nylon lifting belt · S–XL · $40.00
Shop Black
Badger Hug — Purple
Same support, more colors · $40.00
Shop Purple
Wrist Wraps
Velcro wraps for overhead and front-rack · $15.95
Shop Wraps
Sweatbands
Wrist sweatbands for grip and chalk · from $12.00
Shop Sweatbands
Badger Hug Belt
Nylon lifting belt for heavy pulls and presses · $40.00
Shop BeltTrain in Bastrop. Compete with a plan.
Iron Claw $54.95 · Badger Hug $40.00 · Wraps $15.95.
Strive Bastrop Shop Grips Competition checklistFrequently Asked Questions
Phone?
Call 512-850-6835 · Text 512-883-0600 (per gym site) — confirm live.
Email?
info@strivebastrop.com (per public listings) — confirm live.
Veterans & Rookies?
Signature partner throwdown pairing experienced athletes with newer competitors — dates/formats change; verify each edition live.
RBST role?
Original spotlight notes RBST as a prize sponsor for a Veterans & Rookies edition — sponsorship details are year-specific.
Ownership note?
Public directories identify the gym as veteran-owned — confirm live if that matters to you.
Official site?
Where is Strive Strength and Conditioning?
303 Martin Luther King Dr., Bastrop, TX 78602 (per gym site) — verify live.
What is Strive Strength and Conditioning?
A partner CrossFit gym spotlight — confirm current programs, pricing, and class times on the gym’s site.
Is RBST affiliated?
This is a partner gym / event spotlight. Confirm membership and retail details with the gym.
Official website?
https://www.strivebastrop.com/
Drop-ins?
Contact the gym ahead for current drop-in policies and class availability.
First-timer tip?
Ask about foundations / intro classes before jumping into regular WODs.
What gear should new members bring?
Water, training shoes, and optional grips/wraps as skills progress. See grips guide.
Personal training?
Many boxes offer 1:1 coaching — confirm on the gym site.
How do schedules change?
Holiday and seasonal times shift — always verify live before you drive over.
Competition events?
If this spotlight names a throwdown, treat dates as archive unless the gym lists a new edition.
How does this relate to RBST?
Partner storytelling for gyms in the community network — shop gear separately on rbstgearco.com.
Traveling athlete tip?
Message the box for drop-in rules, parking, and which class fits your experience level.
